Look Who's Talking - Beth Marcus

Look Who's Talking

May 05, 1993

Beth Marcus, a junior at Lafayette High School, was selected to be a page in the office of Sen. Charles S. Robb.

"I can't wait to live in Washington and experience the Senate in session. With a newly elected democrat as our president, there will be many interesting things going on in the Senate," says Beth. "In the future, I hope to travel a lot. I want to meet all different kinds of people and experience their culture. I recently traveled to Israel and was intrigued by all the difference religions and their wonderful ways of life," she says.

Extracurricular activities: Model United Nations, president of Young Democrats, and a school play.

Plans for the future: I want to go to college, go into the Peace Corps and then become a lawyer, journalist or a history professor.

If you could be anyone in the world, who would you be and why? Hillary Clinton. She is a brilliant woman who stands up for her beliefs. She is an extremely hard worker and a wonderful role model for young women.

Who is your role model/hero? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Favorite musical group: The Smiths.

Favorite game: Charades.

Favorite sport, activity or hobby: Dancing.

Favorite fashion accessory: Colorful tights.

Favorite subject in school: AP American History.

Favorite expression: "Buggy."

Most recent accomplishments: Star of the school play, "The Mouse That Roared".

What is the biggest problem facing teens today? Not enough opportunities, not enough understanding and not enough respect.

In the school halls, people are talking about: How they are being ``smushed'' by the people next to them.

Ideal place to live: Israel, an exciting, wonderfully exotic place.

Look Who's Talking is designed to feature outstanding young people who have been nominated by their parents or teachers. To nominate a young person, contact Cecelia Smith, news assistant, at 247-4754.